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Lakers eye trades, potentially moving Bronny James to reunite with LeBron

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:55 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Lakers eye trades, potentially moving Bronny James to reunite with LeBron

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering roster changes, which could include trading Bronny James. A proposed three-team deal would send Bronny to the Philadelphia 76ers, where he might reunite with his father, LeBron James. The Lakers would receive De’Anthony Melton and Dalen Terry, while the Golden State Warriors would acquire Jaden Hardy, Dalton Knecht, and a 2031 second-round pick. This trade aims to enhance the Lakers' depth and rotation for the upcoming NBA season.

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Status Watch

•Lakers consider moving Bronny James for better fit on the roster.
•Proposal involves the 76ers and Warriors as trade partners.
•Lakers would acquire Melton and Terry in the deal.
•Bronny could have a chance for more minutes in Philadelphia.
•LeBron's presence in Philadelphia adds incentive to the move.

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1:55 AMYahoo Sports — Projected 3-Team Blockbuster NBA Trade Reunites LeBron & Bronny James

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Lakers still have work to do in trimming the roster and also getting the adequate fit for rotational players. This warrants potential movement for the current depth pieces from last season. One player in that category is Bronny James. The young guard isn’t expected to fully continue the James legacy in L.A. […] The post Projected 3-Team Blockbuster NBA Trade Reunites LeBron & Bronny James appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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